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East West University, EWU, is a private undergraduate university in Chicago, Illinois. The university, which was founded in 1980, offers programs at the certificate, associate’s and bachelor’s degree levels in business, mathematics, English, behavioral sciences, computer services, and health sciences among others.
EWU encourages its students to participate in athletics and sponsors a men’s basketball team at the intercollegiate level. The athletics teams are nicknamed the Phantoms. The university also has a Student Government Association that voices the concerns of the students and supervises various events. Other clubs and organizations include the Performing Arts Group, the Multicultural Student Association, the Book Club, the Black Student Union, and The East-West University Choir.
Chicago, IL is home to East West University. Chicago is a large city. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at East West University go up to the Bachelor's degree.
Students commonly pursue studies in computer science and engineering and liberal arts.
Prospective students are drawn to the school's open admissions.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
East West University has 1,144 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008). The school has a large minority student population.
More complete details are provided below.
East West University
816 S Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60605
http://www.eastwest.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 96 | English, liberal arts and sciences |
| Business and Management | 51 | business management, accounting |
| Therapy and Counseling | 36 | behavioral sciences |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 30 | nursing assistant |
| Engineering Technician | 14 | electronics tech |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 14 | computer and info science |
| Medical Administration | 8 | medical billing |
| Mathematics | 0 | mathematics |
| Media | 0 | digital communications |
| Office and Administration | 0 | administrative assistant |
Number of programs and degrees for East West University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 116 | 9 |
| Bachelor's degree | 85 | 6 |
| Associate's degree | 48 | 4 |
In 2007-2008, East West University had a total enrollment of 1,144 students (1,002 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 15% |
| (Foreign Students) | 85% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 9% |
| 20-21 | 25% |
| 22-24 | 28% |
| 25-29 | 20% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 3% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Illinois | 92% |
| (International Students) | 8% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 41 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Chicago, Illinois for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Illinois Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 13,575 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 13,575 |
| Books and supplies | $ 2,500 |
Financial Aid:
East West University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2168600)
East West University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 10 | 6 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate professor | academic year | 4 | $61,625 | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 6 | $42,800 | 4 | $47,675 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 10 | $50,330 | 6 | $50,825 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Insurance Specialist/Medical Biller
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets East West University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 8% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Open admission Offers credit for life experience Offers weekend classes Career counseling Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library Tenure system for quality teaching
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